SCHEDULE DETAILS (Subject to change) Event Schedules

 
  • 10:30am-11:00am - Room A
    Michael Kammes

    Less Clicking. More Creating. Automating Your Production Studio

    This presentation explores how automation can transform live-production and post-production workflows by reducing manual steps and making complex tasks more repeatable. We will share behind the scenes of what is possible with products like Bitfocus Companion and Stream Deck, using examples from TV studios, control rooms, and post-production. Topics include camera control, video switchers, graphics, audio, and remote guest workflows, showing how smarter control helps teams work faster and more consistently.

  • 11:30am-12:00pm - Room A
    Kent Youngblood

    Leveraging AI for Content Creation

    AI is being used today to challenge traditional filmmaking and video production workflows. From scriptwriting assistants and generative visuals to smart editing tools and AI-driven audience insights, we’ll unpack real-world applications and emerging trends that are transforming the creative process. Whether you're a filmmaker, content creator, or digital strategist, this conversation will spark ideas, raise ethical questions, and reveal what’s next at the intersection of human imagination and machine learning.

  • 12:30pm -1:00pm - Room A
    Pete Tufigno

    Are Your Meetings Really Accessible?

    In-person meetings should be accessible to everyone in the room. Learn how real time captions and live translation technology can meet the needs of diverse audiences.

  • 1:30pm - 2:00pm - Room A
    David Kroeger

    Building Flexible AV for Today’s Connected Environments

    As AV systems evolve, understanding how technologies connect and scale is essential. This session explores modern transport approaches, including AV over IP, twisted pair, and fiber, and how they work together to support today’s workflows. Learn how packet‑based and circuit‑based signal distribution differs, and how each approach influences system design, performance, and operation. Gain insight into emerging trends, including the growing demand for higher data rates, and how AV systems adapt to changing requirements.

  • 2:30pm - 3:00pm - Room A
    Jess Stainbrook

    Faith-Based Media for the Real World

    Sports and media are the two biggest influencers in our culture today, so producing positive content can have a huge impact on people’s lives. FSPN has been NFL credential-approved media producing faith-based sports programming at the Super Bowl since 2006,distributing content to broadcast and faith-based networks such as the NFL Network, Fox Sports, Daystar, TBN, CBN, and many others. Join Emmy Award winning producer Jess Stainbrook as he gives insight into producing content that matters.

  • 3:30pm - 4:00pm - Room A
    Eric Ewing

    Elevating Live Production with AI

    The audio visual industry is experiencing a fundamental shift as artificial intelligence moves from isolated features to end to end production workflows. Organizations are being asked to support more hybrid meetings, executive broadcasts, training sessions, and live events without increasing technical staffing. This session explores how AI driven technologies are automating camera operation, content switching, scene composition, and production management while improving consistency and scalability. Attendees will learn where AI delivers real value today, where human operators remain essential, and how intelligent production systems are reshaping the future of AV operations.

  • 4:30pm - 5:00pm - Room A
    Jess Stainbrook

    Film Development A-Z

    Feature film logistics focused on everything you need to launch your film project and raise money, including both business and creative aspects As visual storytellers, we all have ideas that we'd like to see go to the next level, but getting there can sometimes be a struggle, especially if you've never done it before. In this brief seminar, we'll go over all of the business and creative steps that will help you launch your project.

  • 11:00am -12:00pm - Room B
    Alan O'Hashi

    From Elevator Speech to $$$ - Funding Your Documentary

    Every documentary begins with a story, but every documentary also needs funding. This workshop provides an overview of practical strategies filmmakers can use to finance their projects, from short community stories to feature length productions. Participants will learn how to identify the type of documentary they are making, develop a compelling elevator pitch and communicate the value of their project to potential supporters. Alan will cover traditional funding sources such as grants and fiscal sponsorships, as well as grassroots approaches including crowdfunding, community partnerships, local business sponsors and support from friends and family.

  • 12:30pm - 2:30pm - Room B
    Julie Speer Jackson

    Fair Trade Filmmaking, Followed by TRUCE General Assembly Meeting

    Discover the future of independent cinema through the Fairtrade Filmmaking model. Join Julie Jackson as she pulls back the curtain on the Truce Media Collective approach, showcasing how we bring visions to life—from initial literary development through production. Highlighting recent projects like The Flamingo Effect, Hot Set, Malediction, and Magdelena's Sky, we explore a revolutionary distribution framework. Learn how our micropayment model ensures creatives retain 90% of revenue, whichis then shared equitably among cast and crew. Discover how we are redefining sustainability, transparency, and creative ownership in today’s film industry.

  • 3:00pm - 4:00pm -Room B

    Open

  • 4:00pm - 5:00pm - Room B
    Tom Grushka

    The Unseen Palette: The Hidden Audio Track that Opens New Doors

    There's an audio track hiding in your timeline that can sharpen your storytelling and open your work to new audiences: audio description (AD). This session reveals how AD improves narrative clarity and keeps views engaged when they can't watch. Through memorable examples and an informal high-energy discussion you'll discover the creative power of this underrated tool.

  • 10:30am - 11:30am - Room C

    CFVA Panel: We Are Who We've Been Waiting For

    Colorado's film and media industry has kicked into high gear. The leaders on this panel aren't waiting for the future—they're creating it! Through collaboration, innovation, and a shared vision, they're building the community and platforms that will expand opportunities for filmmakers and content creators across the state. Join us as they share what's happening now, what's coming next, and how Colorado is emerging as a premier destination for film, television, digital media, and content creation.

  • 12:30pm - 1:30pm - Room C

    2027 Sundance Film Festival: The New NEW Sound

    Join Sundance Institute Technical Director Holden Payne and Dan Beedy from DBPC for a behind-the-scenes look at the ambitious transformation supporting the Festival’s debut in Boulder, January 21-21, 2027. The conversation will explore the design, engineering, and installation of new cinema systems across multiple venues, with a special focus on bringing modern sound to audiences. Hear how the team is creating an immersive experience for the 2027 Festival and beyond!

  • 2:30pm - 3:30pm - Room C

    KEYNOTE: World Cup Coverage

  • 4:00pm - 5:00pm - Room C

    OPEN

  • 11:00am - 12:30pm - Room D
    Austin Anderson

    Screenwriting / Storytelling

    Learn how to format a screenplay and the foundational rules of Storytelling as taught in Aristotle's Poetics. We'll talk about plotting, characters, dialogue, theme and what makes a good story work and we'll learn to identify the key elements of story in our favorite films.

  • 1:30pm - 3:00pm - Room D
    Megan Lowrey

    Pocket Production: Shooting and Editing on Your Phone, with Adobe Express and Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini

    Learn important tips for shooting with your cell phone and editing in Adobe Express. This workshop will cover a variety of topics including things to consider before you shoot, your rights for shooting in public spaces, the best phone settings to use, and navigating Adobe Express for fast editing. In addition, get an introduction to the BlackMagic Design ATEM switcher that will help you go live with your next production!

  • 10:30am - 11:00am - Room A
    David Kessner

    Beyond Audio: Off-Label Uses for AV DSP Systems

    The presentation will cover some thought-provoking and inventive uses for modern AV DSP Systems such as (but not limited to) Q-Sys. We will discuss how to measure video latency, measure AC power quality, use audio for sonar/proximity measurements, and automate network audio tests. Along the way, we will discuss the details of the audio algorithms and how we can better make use of them.

  • 11:30am - 12:00pm - Room A
    Glenn Booth

    It’s All About the Experience: Why Great AV Is Emotional, Not Technical

    People don’t remember specifications. They remember how the experience made them feel. This presentation explores how audio, lighting, visuals, spatial design, and interactivity combine to create memorable experiences.

  • 12:30pm - 1:00pm - Room A
    Theresa Szczurek

    AI to Survive and Thrive: Successfully Implement the Right Business Solutions

    In today’s fast-paced business world, adaptability and innovation are crucial. Organizations face numerous uncertainties, including a tight labor market. However, those who embrace the right technological solutions gain a competitive edge. Artificial intelligence (AI) is one key to unlocking this advantage. When successfully implemented, AI can revolutionize operations, drive efficiencies, reduce costs, and boost profits. In this dynamic presentation, Theresa Szczurek, former State CIO and three-time tech entrepreneur, shares her extensive experience overseeing technology deployments. Through real-world stories of companies that have identified and implemented the right AI applications, attendees will learn practical approaches to thriving in today’s environment. This session provides actionable insights and strategies to help your organization excel.

  • 1:30pm - 2:00pm - Room A
    Chris Lennon

    Catena, Agentic AI and MXL: A Powerful Combination

    Controlling devices using a common, standardized open-source solutions is great. SMPTE recently made the brand new ST 2138 (Catena) suite of five documents available as Public Committee Drafts, with all kinds of associated goodies on their Github repo. This is all available for free, for implementers to try out. What if we could take this all a step further, and use an Agentic AI approach to controlling any device that talks SMPTE ST 2138? Today, this is possible. Among many other cool features you get for implementing 2138, there is the ability to describe what the devices are, and how they can be controlled…in plain English. In fact, you can do this in virtually any language, and receive responses in the language of your choice. This allows AI Agents to do everything that Catena does, like voice control for any 2138-enabled device in your facility, regardless of platform, vendor, or type of device. Imagine the possibilities once you add compatibility with one of the most exciting trends in media exchange in years: MXL, part of the DMF initiative. Chris will discuss why this matters and show how it all works together.

  • 2:30pm - 3:00pm Room A
    Pete Tufigno-2

    Beyond Compliance: Making Video Accessible with AI

    All Government agencies publishing videos to their websites must comply with WCAG guidelines by April 2027. We'll cover what needs to be done for compliance and provide an accessibility checklist

  • 11:00am - 12:00pm - Room B
    John Vierus

    The Future of System Design: Distributed AV and Control Processing

    For years, AV systems have relied on centralized DSP processing, creating single points of failure and limiting system flexibility. This presentation introduces a new idea in distributed intelligence where every device in the system contributes processing power, resulting in more reliable, resilient, and scalable AV solutions.

  • 12:30pm - 1:30pm - Room B
    Julie Speer Jackson

    The Podcast Blueprint

    Join host Julie Jackson, the creative force behind "The Wealth We Build" and "Politics Is Personal", as she pulls back the curtain on professional podcast audio and video storytelling. In this session, Julie shares her expertise from years of directing, producing, and editing hit shows. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned creator, this series covers essential concepts, production hacks, and distribution best practices. Discover the current tech tools that streamline your workflow and turn your voice into a professional-grade podcast. Master the art of audio production today!

  • 2:00pm - 3:00pm - Room B

    Open

  • 10:30am - 11:30am - Room C
    Mark Rushton

    Sports TV Crews: Working Your Way Up the Sports Broadcast and Streaming Media Ladder

    To become an AVX Pro, gaining live television production experience can be a key component to advancing your business and career goals. Join the SMPTE Rocky Mt. Section panel discussion to learn how to climb the sports television career ladder right here in Denver.

  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Room C

    How Sound Can Make or Break Your Production

    An audience response to the quality of images in films and videos can vary widely depending on its audio elements, such as dialogue, sound effects, and background music. Richard and Elgin, seasoned Colorado producers, will explore this topic using audio/visual examples.

  • 1:30pm - 2:30pm - Room C

    Open